very enthusiastic, material not easy, but if ask for help he can clarify some

Great guy, love him!

Work hard - this is like a philosophy class; Wonderful guy who wants EFFORT

This prof is great! Class is a little tough, but he makes it as easy as he can. Very helpful and sweet.

Basically this class is "philosophy of math", but every teacher is like this. I think he is great, really friendly and wants students to think for themselves. Gives a take home portion of the test and lets you do extra credit.

As another poster said, Ed's approach to MATH 103 is more philosophical. You start with logic and build from there. Makes you understand why it works, which seems to work! I actually understand Algebra now, because I can prove it works.

He was great, friendly, positive, and had a refreshing style! Great guy, even at 8 in the morning.

Seems like he's speaking another language at first, but in the end you understand the material better than you would with any other prof. No homework, tests are straight forward and right out of the class, grades easily, and he's a great guy.

he is a nice guy, always happy. this class just sucks. too bad he got stuck teaching it. there is no point to the class, you just "make-up math" so ridiculous, and forget about using a calculator. recommend him, just not the class.

He is a very nice guy and extremely funny. If the class is confused he will not move to the next topic until everyone gets it. If you don't know what he's talking about ask a question and he will find a way to help you figure it out. If don't go to class and ask questions you won't so well.

He's not a bad guy. He's really sweet and tries to help. The course itself is confusing though. No attendance policy, no homework, no book, extra credit for exams...you wont die through it. I never go to class ever and I'm pulling a B

Such a sweet and funny guy. Sort of confusing, but tests end up not being that hard. Gives so much extra credit too.

Material is tough and takes some time but is valuable in applications beyond math (like logical thinking). The professor is passionate about the subject and about students learning it (he wants you to get it). Throws in info about the men who created the basis for the subject which is interesting.

Parker was great. The class may not have been very relevant, but he is truly a great man. So helpful and cheerful. Tests were not bad at ALL, he tests you on the most basic principles. I hate math, and this class was not bad at all.

Seriously, he was amazing. I am so not a math person, and I freaked when I found out I had to take this class. I went to ALL of his office hours, formed study groups etc. I worked hard for this class -- but I also got an A. It is possible. Work hard, he's patient and will pull you through it.

i don't really like math so i only took this for my gen-ed requirement. but he is great. he makes the class interesting, even when math isn't too great. you do have to think for it but there's no book so everything is notes and what you talk about in class. i thought it was going to be incredibly difficult, but it wasn't too bad in the end.

Nice guy, LOVES his math. Lets the class choose what to learn about, moves very slow- so if you don't understand a concept at first, you've got plenty of time. Tests consist of a take-home and in-class portion, the latter of which is usually very easy. Nice guy... Not a bad class at all, especially for a GenEd.

Ed Parker is a cool, fun teacher. He livens up the classroom with is fun attitude and enthusiasm for the subject. That being said, it is a pretty hard course. But if you have to take it, take it with Ed. I hear other teachers are far worse for this class. I got a B. And he's funny.

This class taught me to truly think like a math major. It taught me to effectively attack a mathematical proof. His lingo was hard to get used to at first, but once I understood what he was doing, it all made sense and made me a much better math student. He's one of my favorite teachers from college.

He is a great professor, very concerned for his students and always there to help. The math that is taught in the class is very difficult to grasp for many people just because it is a whole new way of thinking about things. But pay attention, do what he suggests, and you will be fine.

First: George Parker and Ed Parker are the same person. His class is more logic than math. No book, as he prefers teaching his own way. His lectures are confusing, b/c he refuses to clarify in "layman's terms" and insists on using "math language." Go to class, and pay attention and you'll be fine. Not the best but not the worst teacher either.

Once you get a hang of his "language of mathematics," you'll be fine. He likes to make little sidebars and history lessons and personal accounts, but with the actual mathematics, he's pretty good at explaining things- in his own words, of course. Two tests and the final. No book, exam is cumulative, but only a summary of the two tests.

Dr Parker is a great man and teacher. Math majors owe it to themselves to take one of his courses. He teaches you critical thinking and problem solving skills that serve you for a lifetime. His abstract algebra class is one of the best classes I ever had, and inspired me to become a high school math teacher. Not easy, but highly recommended.

Was different from what I expected. Projects were assigned at random which made things quite interesting. Take a class with Ed Parker if you want to learn math!

this. class. is. AWESOME. i hated math and he convinced me to become a math major. he doesn't use a book and his methods are different, but in terms of pure mathematics, it's the best you can get. the people below who were 'good at math' clearly weren't if they didnt do well. if you want an easy A, steer clear, but take if you truly love math.

Dr. Parker is all about breaking problems down into their simplest, logic-based components. Courses with a lot of proof work like 245 are perfect for a professor like him. If you just want to be capable of carrying out mathematical functions, go elsewhere, but if you want to understand it, Parker's your man.

Parker is a really good professor that will enable anyone to learn mathematics. If you have a positive attitude towards learning math you will greatly benefit from his class. He is crystal clear in explaining concepts. If you are unable to excel in his class then you arn't trying or don't care. I recommend him 100%.

Dr. Parker is excellent. He gives you some axioms and gives you problems. You come up with a proof. Several times I went to his office because I was stuck on a problem: he always responded with a question. His questions allowed me to gain further insight of my argument and helped me finish the proof. There is no better way to learn math.

Dr. Parker has received poor ratings by people who don't have the patience to work with him since he doesn't teach through a textbook like most professors. But you learn a lot if you engage during class time. I'd recommend him especially if you're a future teacher. He's super wise. It's a different experience worth having. Gives extra credit.

He's awesome.

Dr. Parker is the best professor that I have ever had, hands down. He will challenge you, and you will be better for it. Enjoy his class.

If you can write your own Textbook you will Pass Muster with Parker.

Textbook definition of a great professor.